If you think it’s been a problem up to this point, the fight against fake news is about to get a whole lot harder. That is thanks to artificial intelligence technology which is making the creation of so-called “deep fake” videos more convincing at a frankly terrifying rate. The latest development comes from an international team of researchers, lead by […]
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World’s First Offshore Dairy Farm Coming To Rotterdam
When you first hear the words “offshore” in a discussion about sustainability, you might think of offshore wind farms. And while those are absolutely important for energy generation, they’re not the only way to utilize our oceans to make eco-friendly choices. What else could we do? Well, the world’s very first offshore dairy farm is set to open at […]
Rustic London Floating House
Gracing London’s very first floating park, located in Paddington Basin on the Grand Union Canal, The Boathouse London offers unique floating accommodation for up to four guests. Located amid the 730-sq m (7,858-sq ft) Floating Pocket Park and surrounded by open green public spaces, the houseboat features Scandinavian decor and makes liberal use of reclaimed wood for a rustic feel. […]
France To Make Recycled Plastic Bottles Cheaper
Many of us are eager to reduce our use of plastic. Reducing our plastic consumption is something we can do each day by just making some small changes and choices in our habits and buying patterns. Of course, when we’re out and about, it can be hard to reduce how much plastic we’re buying. Sometimes, it’s the only option. Or […]
Nanobots Helps Eat Up Nerve Agents & Release Antidote
Chemists at Pennsylvania State University have been doing some remarkable work to create self-propelled nanobots, and lately the investigators have focused their attention on using nanobots to stop nerve agent attacks. The nanobots intake chemical compounds, react with them, and push the product of the reaction out of one end. This makes the nanobots move in a fluid, kind of […]
Control Your Mobile Data Better With This
With Datally, Google’s mobile data-monitoring app, users can monitor and understand their usage, control which apps are using it, and suggest ways to save data while on the go. In a blog post, the company revealed it has added some new tools to Datally: Emergency bank and Bedtime mode. Emergency bank saves some of your data, just in case you need […]
Soy Waste Put To Good Use
When soy milk and tofu are made from soybeans, a pulp known as okara is left over. Due to its fishy smell, bland flavor and gritty texture, it’s typically thrown away. Now, however, scientists have developed a process of converting it into a healthy and (supposedly) tasty probiotic drink. Vong Weng Chan, a Food Science and Technology PhD student at […]
Shenzhen’s Unique Library
A new pagoda-like library in China’s megacity of Shenzhen sweeps visitors above the tree canopy with an elevated walkway. Located in Xiangmi Park, a densely forested area originally used as an agricultural research center, the Xiangmi Park Science Library celebrates its verdant surroundings with a “treetop walk” and an abundance of glazing. International architecture and design firm MLA+ led the […]
Chicago Earns The Plaudits For Being The Greenest
When you think of “green” cities that focus on making their metropolis environmentally friendly for its residents places like Portland, Austin, or Seattle might come to mind. But a new study shows that Chicago is actually the greenest city to work in within the U.S. for the second consecutive year. What makes a city “green” or the most sustainable place […]
Underwater Scooter
Taking a dive into the ocean opens the door on a fascinating undersea world. But getting around with pure legwork can be pretty exhausting. Enter the Whiteshark Mix, an underwater scooter that lets you zoom around with ease. You can get this incredible machine now for just $649.99at New Atlas Deals. This IndieGoGo success story is the ultimate snorkeling accessory. […]